Ogldania

Ogldania is a fictional region and political entity used in speculative fiction, world-building guides, and role-playing games. It is commonly depicted as a temperate coastal-mountain realm on the eastern edge of the continent of Lyria, with a mix of river valleys, plateaus, and a rugged coastline. The climate is generally temperate with moderate rainfall and seasonal winds.

Etymology in-world ties the name to the Ogldanian language, where the root og- can be read as "edge" or "ford." Variants of the name appear in different canons.

Historically, Ogldania is portrayed as evolving from a collection of walled towns into a unified polity under various attributions. Some editions describe a constitutional republic or federation; others depict a hereditary duchy or a constitutional monarchy. Because of these differing canons, there is no single official government model across all sources.

Demographically, Ogldania is described as diverse, with the primary Ogldanian-speaking population and several minority language communities. Estimates of population vary by edition, typically ranging from two to six million. The economy is traditionally anchored in agriculture, fishing, and trade, with growing sectors in tourism and light manufacturing.

Culture often emphasizes municipal autonomy, craft guilds, and storytelling traditions. Religious life is similarly diverse, ranging from ancient folk customs to centralized faiths.

Notable geographical features include the Ogldian River, the Zephyr Mountains, and a network of historic coastal fortifications that recur in multiple works.